I keep my lights at 30" all the time... The E-PAP has the OEM reflector. The Gavita's use after market reflectors. I like the aftermarket hoods better. You can feel the heat walking under these lights. You can always turn these down.. You cant turn up the 750 version.... You can flower smaller plants. I have no issue with plant size. I could grow 9' plant with no issues..The taco leaf really isn't a problem it shows up late in flower just a few weeks before harvest.